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By Cornelius Jackson
Maintenance Tips Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Know
The fact is regular maintenance is a crucial part of retaining the property’s value and aestheticism. Maintaining a home regularly means you don’t have to deal with costly repairs later on. As the adage goes, a stitch in time saves nine. To that, I will provide ten maintenance tips that you need to know to protect your property.
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TEN MAINTENANCE TIPS TO HELP FIRSTTIME HOMEOWNERS ● CARRY OUT A THOROUGH INSPECTION This is more like something you need to do before purchasing the home. The best way to avoid incurring future maintenance costs is to be proactive. Ensure you inspect the home thoroughly to uncover any issue that may lurk around. You should confirm the condition of all the systems, roofs, and the structure to avoid surprises. ● SCHEDULE AN INSPECTION OCCASIONALLY Most homeowners wait until they are ready to sell their home to have an inspection of their home. You don’t have to this, because in the end, you will be surprised at the quantity of damages that could be costly to repair. Get a home inspection every two to three years. Hire a professional with an eye for details to carry out a routine check. l
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urchasing a home is a feeling unlike any other. After filling out endless paperwork and dealing with the homebuying process, you finally get to move into your new home. It’s the dream of everyone to have a house of their own, and not just restricted to the Gen Y or Millennials. However, buying a home is just part of puzzle that you have solved. The next puzzle is figuring it out how to maintain it. Unfortunately, first-time home buyers don’t may not know how to maintain their properties.
